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Blueberry Arugula Herb Salad

Bright Blueberry Arugula Herb Salad for a Refreshing Summer Bite

This Blueberry Arugula Herb Salad is a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups baby arugula Acts as the base
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries Adds natural sweetness
  • 1 cucumber cucumber Provides crunch
  • 1 small red onion Adds a sharp bite
  • 1/2 cup radicchio Optional for bitterness
  • 1/2 cup easy candied pecans For sweetness and crunch
  • 1/4 cup goat cheese Optional for creaminess
  • Basil, Cilantro, Dill, Mint, Italian Parsley, Tarragon fresh herbs Substitute as desired
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Base of the dressing
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 lemon lemon juice From half a lemon
  • pinch salt and pepper

Equipment

  • mason jar
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mason jar, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Shake until emulsified.
  2. Halve the red onion and soak in cold water for about 10 minutes. Chop cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the baby arugula, fresh herbs, soaked red onion, chopped cucumbers, and fresh blueberries. Gently mix together.
  4. Add radicchio and candied pecans if using, then sprinkle goat cheese on top if desired.
  5. Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store leftovers without dressing in an airtight container for up to two days in the fridge. Enjoy fresh to retain crunch.

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